Compare 39051 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Carthage – 40 Mbps
MS – 97 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Carthage – 4 Mbps
MS – 51 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Carthage.
Internet providers in 39051
Find internet providers serving the 39051 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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39051 internet providers
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 83% |
Buckeye Broadband  | $19.99 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 41% |
| C Spire | - | - | Fiber-optic | 42% |
| Decatur Telephone Company | $39.95 | - | DSL | 1.160% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
Need help?39051 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
8922
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 94.57%
2 providers - 51.39%
3 providers - 31.81%
4+ providers - 0.32%
Source: FCC
At 95%, broadband coverage in the 39051 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Mississippi - 95%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 39051 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 94% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 42% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 41% of those living in the 39051 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 39051 area, and 51.39% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 39051, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Carthage
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HughesNet | 4 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
| Viasat | 9 Mbps | 3 Mbps | Satellite |
| AT&T | 12 Mbps | 1 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Carthage.
Top high-speed internet providers in 39051
The largest internet providers serving the 39051 ZIP code are AT&T, Buckeye Broadband, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 39051 ZIP code, covering 83% of households. Some will also have the option of cable from Buckeye Broadband, which covers 41% of the area. Carthage’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 39051 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 39051 ZIP code, covering 83% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Carthage, $49.98.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Carthage, $2.78.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 39051 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 83% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Carthage's providers, 53 Mbps.
Buckeye Broadband cable internet
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Cable from Buckeye Broadband offers broadband to about half of households in the 39051 ZIP code, covering 41% of the area.
Buckeye Broadband’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 39051 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Buckeye Broadband start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Carthage, $49.98.
Buckeye Broadband customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.80 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Carthage, $2.78.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Buckeye Broadband offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in 39051 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 41% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Carthage's providers, 53 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 39051 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 39051 ZIP where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Carthage, $49.98.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Carthage, $2.78.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 39051 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Carthage's providers, 53 Mbps.
Internet providers in 39051 frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 39051 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 83% of households in 39051. The next fastest internet provider in the 39051 ZIP code is Buckeye Broadband, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 41% of the area.
Buckeye Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 39051 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Carthage, $49.98.
C Spire is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 39051 ZIP code, covering 42% of the city.
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
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